Full-Time Security Guard

  • Category: Security Guard Jobs
  • Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia
  • Job Type: Full Time / Part Time
  • Salary: Estimated: $ 24K to 28K
  • Published on: 2025/09/23

Our focus is on our customers and our team members. As Canada’s only not-for-profit security company, over +0% of our revenues go directly back to our team members in wages, health & dental benefits, RRSP contributions, employee recognition programs, and more.

Be part of a great team where your contribution is recognized. We offer opportunities to service a range of different customers. If interested in advancement, there is plenty of opportunity. We are a dedicated equal opportunity employer with both structured and flexible shifts available across Vancouver Island and into the Yukon to suit every lifestyle – student, parent, night owl, you name it!

As one of Canada's leading security organizations, our security professionals keep airports, schools, government facilities, and other commercial enterprises safe. We also work with police departments and municipalities to help in keeping Canadians safe.


Make a difference!

Location: Various sites in Nanaimo

Position Status: Full-Time or Part-Time available

Wage Range: $1+.38/hr - $20.38/hr

Shifts: Various days, evenings, and overnight shifts

Reports to: Site Supervisor

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide superior customer service to clients and general public.
Provide access control and security foot patrols as needed.
Proactively respond to and resolve emergency situations and conflicts.
Complete evacuation and emergency response procedures.
Communicate problems or concerns to the site supervisor.
Possess excellent multi-tasking, problem solving, prioritizing and organizational abilities.
Have knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations.
Perform all duties with high safety standards.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Must possess a valid BC Security Workers License or be willing to complete training.
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Must be able to obtain a Reliability Clearance and be minimum 1+ years of age.
Must be physically fit and able to stand for long periods at a time.
Must be able to work in a range of weather conditions throughout shift.
Commissionaires Security Guard Online Course (CSOC)
Must be fluent in the English language - written, verbal and reading skills.
Must have a positive attitude with a professional demenour, and strong interpersonal skills.
Have excellent attention to detail to fulfill duties and responsibilities and incident report writing.
Have excellent problem solving skills with an ability to handle emergency situations in a calm manner.
Have the ability to work independently and make sound decisions in varying situations.
Have a demonstrated interest and experience in serving the public.
BENEFITS AND PERKS

Free and paid training programs.
Opportunities for advancement.
A variety of shifts to maximize work-life balance!
Exclusive partnership rates with BMO, Bell, and Hero Travel program
Recognition and reward programs.
Extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
Free uniform and dry-cleaning reimbursement.
Safety boot reimbursement and PPE provided (as applicable).
RRSP contributions.
Referral bonuses.
And more!


Company Name: Commissionaires

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